Engine and Exhaust System

• Engine Repair
  I've been to this shop twice and received the great customer service on both occasions. Mike and his staff are very knowledgeable and professional. I first took my 2000 Honda Civic due to an exhaust pipe rotted out. It was producing a bad noise and it was leaking a lot. I got it welded up in about 30mins and I was on my way. The second time I went because I wanted a nice throaty sound for my 2007 F-150 and Mike suggested to go with a Magnaflow. Is been now over 6 months and my exhaust still going strong! Apart from exhaust services they also do brakes, suspension, wheel balancing, Oil Changes, Tune Ups and some minor engine work...
• Oil Change
  These guys are great! Honest and straight forward. Quick service, even when all the bays are full when you show up. I've taken my car here for basics (oil change, spark plugs, etc.) to the craziness of my most recent...
• Engine Tune-Up
• Exhaust System Repair
  These guys are awesome. I wanted quad tips/exhaust on my BMW e46 Sedan and they did an excellent job at a great price. I would highly recommend them to anyone who's looking to get custom exhaust work.
• Engine Services
  Call licensed and insured Budget Muffler Brake & Automotive when you need high-quality engine work at a fair price. Our technicians are experts at inspecting and diagnosing engine and transmission problems, and can provide you with a long-lasting, reliable solution for any types of car, whether it has a standard, automatic, or 4x4 transmission. Our engine work ranges from engine maintenance services (30/60/90K service, oil/filter changes, transmission fluid changes, and timing belt changes) to engine repairs (valve jobs, head jobs, etc.) to engine replacement (complete engine changes and rebuilt motors). Additionally, we offer transmission repair, rebuilds, and exchanges; differential services; cold air intake installation; JBA Header installation to improve the performance of your exhaust system and increase the horsepower of your engine; battery replacement; coolant flushes; water pump repair/replacement; thermostat replacement; radiator service and repair; and more. Call today to schedule a free check engine light inspection.
• Engine Replacement
• Engine Diagnostic
• Spark Plug Replacement
• Emissions Inspection
• Timing Belt/Chain Replacement
• Muffler Repair and Replacement
  Exhaust System Repairs & Upgrades in San Diego: Pipe Repair, Performance Exhaust Installation, Stock Exhaust Replacement, Custom Piping and Tips, Muffler Repair, & More
• Catalytic Converter Repair and Replacement
  At Budget Muffler Brake & Automotive, we perform highly reliable catalytic converter repairs using the latest diagnostic equipment and repair tools. Additionally, our ASE-certified technicians average 20 years of experience working on all types of cars and have put in over 10,000 catalytic converters. Because of our broad level of expertise, excellent reputation, timely service, and diverse selection of parts, San Diego customers go out of their way to visit our shop when they are experiencing possible catalytic converter issues. In fact, we routinely have customers who drive from all reaches of San Diego, including Chula Vista, La Mesa, and National City, when they seek an accurate diagnosis and high-quality, affordable catalytic converter repair and replacement services. Signs that your car might have issues with its catalytic converter include hearing rattling or roaring noises or seeing your check engine light come on. As part of our thorough diagnostic check, we'll inspect the catalytic converter's substrate and efficiency, as well as check for a plugged exhaust system.

Transmission and Drivetrain

• Transmission Service
• Transmission Repair
  Come in today for a free engine light check. During an engine light check, one of our experts will read the codes on your car's computer and see what can be diagnosed from it. If it looks like the problem could be urgent or lead to more costly repairs, we'll provide you with our honest recommendations and upfront cost estimates. We're open 8am to 5pm, Monday through Friday, and 8am to 4pm on Saturdays. We can accommodate walk-ins as well as appointments. You satisfaction is our #1 priority, so we will never sell you anything that's unnecessary and won't take shortcuts. Budget Muffler Brake & Automotive is licensed and insured. We typically provide same-day service for small repairs, and can provide courtesy pick-up/drop-offs or loaner cars for major repairs, such as engine and transmission rebuilds.
• Transmission Fluid Service
• Clutch Service/Repair
• Differential Service/Repair
  We pride ourselves on our ability to troubleshoot and diagnose engine problems for standard, automatic, and 4x4 transmission vehicles. Our ASE-certified technicians average 20 years of experience and have performed engine work on thousands of cars. They can be trusted to have the expertise to not only identify the underlying problem with your engine, but also provide cost-effective, long-lasting, and reliable solutions. Our engine services include valve jobs, head jobs, rebuilt motors, complete replacement, and maintenance, such as oil/filter changes, tune-ups, 30/60/90K scheduled service, transmission fluid changes, and timing belt changes. Additionally, we offer transmission repair, rebuilds, and exchanges; differential services; cold air intake installation; JBA Header installation to improve the performance of your exhaust system and increase the horsepower of your engine; battery replacement; coolant flushes; water pump repair/replacement; thermostat replacement; radiator service and repair; and more.
• Axle Repair

Steering and Suspension

• Suspension Service/Repair
  Family-owned and -operated Budget Muffler Brake & Automotive is San Diego's best source for stock and performance suspension services. We are able to install, repair, and replace suspensions and shocks for all types of vehicles, including lowriders, classic cars, hotrods, sports cars, and high-end vehicles. Because a car's suspension and shocks are so critical to its safety and functionality, we take great care in diagnosing in each car and applying today's best repair techniques and parts. By providing our expert suspension and shock services at highly competitive rates, we've receive most of our business through referrals and returning clients.
• Steering Service/Repair

Heating and Cooling

• Air Conditioning Service/Repair
• Radiator Service/Repair
• Air Filter Replacement
  Rely on Budget Muffler Brake & Automotive for all of your car maintenance and tune-up needs in San Diego County. We're experts at maintaining new, used, and classic cars. Our prices are very fair and our expert vehicle maintenance services will make sure you protect the value of your car and help to prevent costly future repairs. We offer our San Diego clients both scheduled maintenance (including 30K, 60K, and 90K mile services), routine tune-ups, oil changes, cabin/fuel/air filter replacements, fuel system cleaning, and more. And, if our technician notice anything that might be problematic, we will notify you and provide you with our best recommendations. Call us today for all your car tune-up and maintenance needs in San Diego.

Tires

• Tire Rotation
  Budget Muffler Brake & Automotive offers high quality, affordably priced wheel alignment and tire rotation services. We've performed basic, custom-set, and speciality alignments and camber corrections for thousands of two-wheel, four-wheel, and all-wheel drive vehicles, including racing cars, drifters, and lowered cars. Whatever your wheel alignment needs in San Diego, we'll perform a complete suspension inspection beforehand and recheck your alignment for free six months after service. In addition, we sell and install the industry's best tires, including Michelin, Goodyear, BF Goodrich, Bridgestone, and others. Call us today to learn about our competitive prices for wheel alignment, tires, and camber correction.
• Tire Repair
• Wheel Alignment
  As a best practice, wheel alignments should be performed every six months as part of any car's routine maintenance. Having your wheels properly aligned will improve your driving control, increase car's fuel efficiency, and extend the life of your tires. Wheel alignments are also recommended anytime you get new tires, are involved in an accident, experience steering problems (such as the car pulling to one side of the road), or notice your tires wearing unevenly. Considering how important wheel alignments are to our customers' safety, our wheel alignment services are always performed by highly trained and experienced technicians and include a complete suspension inspection. If your vehicle requires replacement tires, we carry and install a diverse inventory of competitively priced tires from Michelin, Goodyear, BF Goodrich, and Bridgestone. Additionally, our technicians are able to perform custom camber corrections to suit our San Diego customers' desired applications, whether they want to reposition the wheels on their lowered cars or specify a specific number to get the drift they are looking for.
• Tire Replacement
  Call Budget Muffler Brake & Automotive today to schedule a tire replacement or wheel alignment for your vehicle. San Diego customers receive a free recheck six months after their alignment service (with a free reset if necessary). Customers who buy a set of four tires receive an exceptional value as they receive a free wheel alignment; free tire rotation and balancing every 5,000 miles; free fixes for flats; as well as a free alignment reset six months after installation. Our wheel alignments are performed in a timely manner and you can relax in our comfortable lounge while you wait for your car.
• Tire Service
• Tire Balancing
  I've been to this shop twice and received the great customer service on both occasions. Mike and his staff are very knowledgeable and professional. I first took my 2000 Honda Civic due to an exhaust pipe rotted out. It was producing a bad noise and it was leaking a lot. I got it welded up in about 30mins and I was on my way. The second time I went because I wanted a nice throaty sound for my 2007 F-150 and Mike suggested to go with a Magnaflow. Is been now over 6 months and my exhaust still going strong! Apart from exhaust services they also do brakes, suspension, wheel balancing, Oil Changes, Tune Ups and some minor engine work. I have already recommended a person over to their shop and I am positive she received the highest customer service they provide here. I also saw they install K&N Intakes... I might just order one for my F-150 and take it there haha

Brakes

• Brake Service
  When you come in for a brake inspection, we will use the latest diagnostic equipment and best practices to thoroughly inspect your braking system, including pads, fluids, rotors, hydraulic braking systems, and other components -- all in order to identify problems before they become more expensive and/or dangerous. Our techs can even take precise measurements of brake pads and shoes to evaluate how much additional wear they can withstand. If we think you can safely get additional miles out of your brakes and pads, we'll let you know and provide you with a schedule for when they should be checked next. However, if we do recommend a brake service, you can trust that we're doing so for your safety as well as the long-term performance of your vehicle. Before we begin any work, we'll present you with an upfront estimate for the complete job and let you choose from OEM or brand-name parts. We carry Posi-Quiet, Bendix, Wagner, Brake Stop, Duralast, and Raybestos.
• Brake Fluid Service
• Brake Inspection
  Give us a call today and tell us about your car maintenance and repair needs. We pride ourselves on being knowledgeable, honest, and helpful. Simply give us a call, and we'll do our best to give you an idea of what your car needs. We'll even read your check engine light for free, or provide a very thorough diagnostics check or brake inspection for a small fee. We provide upfront estimates, can help you prioritize repairs, and create a personalized service schedule. We're open from 8am to 5pm, Monday through Friday, and from 8am and 4pm on Saturdays, for appointments and walk-ins. Our waiting room features a comfortable seating area with air conditioning and a TV. Most repairs are done in about an hour or within a day; but, if a repair is likely to take longer than a day (such as with an engine or transmission rebuild or other major repair), we can provide pick-up and drop-off services within a 10-mile radius or a loaner car. No matter the size of the job, we are committed to each customer's complete satisfaction.
• Brake Repair
  Whether you want to replace a stock braking system with a high-performance one, or you're experiencing a low or pulsating brake pedal, grinding sounds, or poor stopping, you can always come to Budget Muffler Brake & Automotive for premium-quality brake repair and replacement services, excellent customer care, and affordable prices. Call today to schedule an appointment or simply walk-in between 8am and 5pm, Monday through Friday, or 8am and 4pm on Saturdays.
• Brake Replacement

Exterior/Interior

• Body Painting
• Glass Repair/Replacement

Electrical and Electronic

• Battery Service

General

• General Repairs
  Budget Muffler Brake & Automotive is a full-service auto repair shop that has been offering San Diego County expert auto repair services at some of the lowest prices since 1941.
• Auto Maintenance
  For modern cars, which mostly rely on OBD2 or CAN computer systems, a tune up consists primarily of servicing and/or replacing filters, spark plugs, and other high wear items in the fuel and ignition system. This is usually done as part of the car's regularly scheduled maintenance, which can also include inspections, filter changes, flushes, and replacing timing belts. In contrast, preventative care for older vehicles (primarily those made before the late 1970s and all classic cars) requires a more in-depth tune-up process, such as replacing distributor caps and points, manually adjusting fuel mixtures, and more. No matter the age, make, or model of your car, Budget Muffler Brake & Automotive will ensure you get the right preventative care and scheduled maintenance to maximize your vehicle's performance and lifespan and catch small problems before they turn into major repairs.